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How To Install Window Privacy Film

After doing some careful research, you went out and purchased some window privacy film that you can use in your home. Now, you need to install it. If you’ve never installed window film before, then you’re probably a bit intimidated by the thought of it. However, there is no need to worry. In this article, I will outline a basic procedure that you can use to successfully install your brand new window privacy film so that you can enjoy its many benefits for years to come.

Get Those Windows Clean

The first thing that you need to do is to ensure that your windows are spic-and-span clean. If they are dirty when you put the film on, then the film might not adhere to the window, keeping you from realizing the full benefits of having the film. You can clean your windows either with a cloth and soapy water mixture, or with a commercial glass cleaning solution.

Surface Preparation Can Be Critical

Now that you’ve cleaned your windows, you need to fill a spray bottle with a soapy water mixture and spray the windows down. This will allow you to move the window privacy film around when you position it on the window, so that you can get it right where you want it to be.

Measuring The Windows And Cutting The Film

Now, you need to take measurements of your windows and cut out pieces of film that are big enough to cover them. Remember that when cutting the film, you should cut pieces that are a bit bigger than the windows in order to make sure that you’ll have enough film to cover the windows. Any excess film can be trimmed off later. When cutting the film, always cut on the side of the backing paper.

Positioning Your Film On The Window

Now that you have cut out your window film, it’s time to lay it up on the window. Start by peeling the backing paper off of the film. When applying the film to the window, make sure that it is centered on the window, with all of the excess material evenly distributed around the window. Use the side of your hand to flatten out any large air bubbles that might occur as you do this.

Get Rid Of Those Smaller Air Bubbles

With the film in place, spray it down with the soapy water mixture. Then, use a squeegee to flatten the film, removing any smaller air bubbles that might be present. When doing this, start at the center of the window and work out toward the edges and corners. The squeegee normally comes with the film kit. Otherwise, you’ll have to purchase it separately. Then, you just need to trim off the excess material around the window. You can do that with a pair of scissors.

Now, you have a procedure by which you can install your new window privacy film. For more information about window film and all things plastic, please visit allthingsplastic.net.

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